LaLiga 26/27 · Round 9 · SAT, OCT 17
Espanyol Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid match report: Espanyol Barcelona fall to Atletico Madrid
A late goal settled a match Atletico Madrid controlled for long spells, as Espanyol Barcelona's wait for a win goes on.
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Result
Atletico Madrid won 1-0 at Espanyol Barcelona, with the only goal arriving in the 89th minute. The match was goalless at half-time. The outcome was an away win.
Goals
Alex Baena scored the only goal in the 89th minute, assisted by Julian Alvarez, to give Atletico Madrid the victory.
Match flow
Atletico Madrid were on top for most of the first half, most of the second half, and most of the match. Espanyol Barcelona's strongest spell came in the 46-60 minute band, when they held the territory.
Key stats
Atletico Madrid controlled the numbers, holding 72% possession to Espanyol Barcelona's 28%. They also led on shots on target 6 to 3 and corners 12 to 4.
Discipline
Espanyol Barcelona picked up 2 yellow cards, while Atletico Madrid received 5. Neither side had a player sent off. Alejandro Hernandez was the match official.
Streaks
Espanyol Barcelona are now without a win in 4 LaLiga matches this season. Atletico Madrid have now won 5 LaLiga matches in a row this season.
Pre-match
Bookmakers made Atletico Madrid the favourites, at an implied 55%; Atletico Madrid won the match.
What it means
Espanyol Barcelona sit 12th with 8 points and a goal difference of -1. Atletico Madrid are 2nd with 22 points and a goal difference of 11.
Verdict
Atletico Madrid controlled the match on the numbers and found the breakthrough late through Alex Baena. Espanyol Barcelona defended for long spells but remain without a win, while Atletico Madrid extend their winning run.